BB Plan in Kathmandu ǀ Full board meal during trek
Transportation
Privet Jeep
Trip Highlights
Trip Overview
Altitude
3,900 m.
Activities
Trekking
Best Season
March to May ǀ September to November
Trekking Grade
Moderate
Accommodation
Tea House ǀ Lodge ǀ Home Stay
Group Size
Minimum 2 Pax
Meal
BB Plan in Kathmandu ǀ Full board meal during trek
Transportation
Privet Jeep
Trip Highlights
Trekking/Tour Route Map
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Trip Overview
Ruby valley trek named after precious gem ruby; unraveled hidden short trek highly promoted by Nepalese government recently encompasses virgin, beautiful lakes blackkund and whitekund, natural hot springs Tatopani, renowned Ganga Jamuna waterfall named after twin sisters, Nepal’s biggest landslide along adorned cultural, religious ceremonies, festivals. Ruby valley located on way to Ganesh Himal base camp trek gasps natural hot spring Tatopani on Jharlang along renowned Ganga Jamuna waterfall at elevation of 2923 meters embracing cultural, religious value with mythical history. Ruby valley Trekking can be organized in different durations depending on starting and ending point. It is mainly full board camping trek but home-stays can also be arranged. Very few trekkers have visited this off-the-beaten track. The area is populated mainly by Tamang Gurung and Ghale to the north, and Bramhin, Chhetri, Dalit, Newar and Chepang at the lower elevations in the south. Visitors are warmly welcomed by all with a friendliness that makes Nepal legendary. The scenery is truly breathtaking, with waterfalls all along the route and sweeping panoramic views of the valley. If you’re looking for a mix of culture and scenery, this is the trail for you.
Itinerary
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The trek begins from Shyabru Besi (1503m) – the gateway to the Langtang National – at the confluence of Bhote Koshi and Langtang rivers. Passenger buses leave for Shabru Besi from Kathmandu. Mesmerizing scenic driving through Trishuli Bazaar, Ramche Gaon and Dhunche Bazaar takes us to this beautiful village. Though the road is narrow and serpentine, amazing landscape along the way ensures good start to your trek.
After breakfast, a dirt track climbs uphill from Shyabru Besi until Bahun Danda Pass and descends to Tamang settlement of Gatlang – a popular village along the Tamang Heritage Trail. We can also hike to Gatlang via Chawatar. Gatlang is a Tamang village with unique customs and craftsmanship in a magnificent setting. Above the villages lies the Parvati Kund – a scared lake – that draws thousands of pilgrims during the Janai Purnima festival.
After having good breakfast the trail passes through pine and rhododendron forest to a lunch point of Yuri Kharka before continuing to Khurphu Bhanjyang and then dropping down to the Somdang River that separates Rasuwa and Dhading districts. A sprawling mining compound, which is no longer functional, lies a few hours north of the river. The trek passes through a scenic valley featuring the 200 m Chukarma Waterfall. The former mine leaves a lot be explored and is the site of a 1.4 km tunnel dug into the mountain to extract zinc, copper, tin, crystal and even highly-prized rubies.
Pangsang Kharka is a viewpoint southwest of Somdang village with a broad panorama of the surrounding terrain. Lying north are the peaks of Manaslu and the Ganesh Himal Range. The large meadow is graced with a giant entry gateway and is a sensational location for camping and breathtaking scenery. The whole Ganesh Himal region is blessed with abundant herbal plants. Previously, medicinal herbs were taken to Tibet along an ancient trade route and exchanged for salt, livestock, wool and turquoise. Locals are initiating to build a basic lodge accommodation near the Pangsang Pass. As the lodge has not been built, trekkers are recommended to take own tent for the night camp. They are highly recommended to take dry fruits or food for dinner.
In the morning after having breakfast, descend to Tipling, a large village with two Buddhist monasteries and a Protestant and Catholic Church. Along a ridge top to the east lies a gomba and cremation ground for both Buddhists and Christians lined with colorful flags. Descend to cross the Adha Khola on a box bridge and ascend to the sister villages of Shertung and Chalish, overlooking the fertile river valley and abundant fields. Shertung is inhabited mainly by Tamang. The name Shertung means 'place of gold'. According to a legend, two brothers in search of gold were led here by a dream and thus the settlement was born. Tamang people here perform shaman dance and horse dance, which are believed to have been inspired from Tibetan culture. The Jhankri (shaman) tradition is popular in this area with the worship of natural forces and indigenous local deities interwoven with Hindu and Buddhist practices. Chalish is inhabited primarily by Gurung, Ghale and Kami. The hospitable people of this area have unique customs and craftsmanship and traditional dances, including a hospitable welcome dance and Ghatu Dance. Dohori is also popular with call and response between male and female participants, a type of courtship ritual, complemented by folk music. Some dances depend on the time of year and take place during festivals including the Maruni Dance during Dashain and Tihar, Hai Nelo Dance of Tihar, and the Ghatu (Ghasiri Dance) that occurs during Chandi Purnima in the Nepali month of Chaitra. Gurung men traditionally wear vangra -- a woven, embroidered cotton cloth tied at the ends that serves as a pouch for carrying goods. Sri Tinkanya Devi Mandir lies above Chalish. Local women tie bits of cloth or leave a bangle representing a wish to be fulfilled near a small pool of water surrounded by Barmase or periwinkle flowers. Shertung or Chalish village is the only village in this region. From here, trekkers, who have planned short 7-day trek, descend to Jharlang village after a walk of about 5-6 hours and in next day walk to Darkha Gaon and from there toward Dhading Besi – the headquarters of Dhading district.
After breakfast, hike to hot spring explore. The trail descends to the Ankhu Khola cross on the Khar old suspension bridge, crossing through fertile land of the villager and then again trail lead to ascent to Tikkas Danda which is the best place for a small break after ascent to that hill. Again the way down to jungle and walking trail inside the jungle then we will reach Tatopani (nice hot spring), spend a some hours there then back to Chalish Village, this day we should take pack lunch either can have small lunch in Tikkas danda which is around 4-5 hours both way and including time in hot spring overnight at Chalish.
This Day is an interesting day so we take the fishing program in fresh running water by fishing hook or by the fishing net. We can enjoy some hours in river beach then back to home overnight at home with cultural dance.
After breakfast trek ascent to the Mane Danda then all the down to Borang Gaun around 2-2:30hours continue toLishne Khola (2 ½ hours walking) and trek continue to Percho where stop for lunch and trek continue to Darkha Gaon. Passing through suspension bridges, breathtaking views of Ankhu Khola and Chyamchyat as well as Ri village another side of the river finally reach Darkha gaon. This village is mix culture village of Brahmin people and Tamang as well as Dalit and overnight at home.
After breakfast, we are sharing local Jeep with other people and arrive in Dhading Besi after 4-5hours rough and through zigzag gravel road by Nepali Helicopter jeep (named by my clients). Crossing through Ankhu Khola as well as Kimdang Phedi villages as well as Katunje and Jyamrung village will make you a fun driving having fabulous landscape surroundings then reach Dhading Bensi. We change another bus from Dhading Bensi and drive back to Kathmandu taking 3-4hours Prithivi high way drive to reach Kathmandu.
This is free of last day shopping souvenirs or gift to your family, friends and other relatives until your departure. We offer you short extra trip for you if you have time and if you are departing, we have transportation services to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination. “Have a Nice Flight” See you again.
Cost Include
Airport pickup and drop by privet jeep or taxi.
3 nights’ accommodation with BB plan in Kathmandu.
Full board meals with local lodges twin sharing accommodation during the trek
Every day a bottle mineral water or Normal boiled water. (any one)
If possible, hot shower during trip.
Best available twin sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek.
One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide.
One guest 1 Supporting staff to carry your luggage.
Langtang National Permit
TIMS Fee- (Trekkers' Information Management System)
Government taxes & office service charge.
Duffle bag for trekking.
First aid medicine kit
Enlighten Trip trekking map and trip achievement certificate.
Farewell dinner typical Nepalese restaurant.
Cost Exclusion
Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the above itinerary.
Personal Travel insurance.
International airfare and personal Insurance.
Soft drinks, alcohol and other personal expenses.
lap top, mobile and other electronic device charging.
Personal trekking equipment.
Local and international phone call and Wi-Fi.
Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers.
Nepal entry visa. You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 passport-size photos
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Trek Note
Ruby Valley Trekking package itinerary is information as possible about this trip. However, if you want to discuss itinerary, Potter, exclude and include of this trip for your suitability please contact us by email. info@enlightentrip.com
Enlighten Trip Pvt. Ltd always think about client’s safety and comfort. Ruby Valley Trekking is an adventure tour where we reach remote mountain regions, can observe diversified cultures and go through some of scenic beauty of the nature. But sometimes there might be some unwanted situations like natural disaster, change in weather condition of that region and change in health condition of the members, which would be beyond our control so we cannot guarantee safety based on these situations. Please note that trekking guide has an authority to cancel any part of trekking on above itinerary if it is necessary due to safety concerns. Otherwise trekking group leader follow above itinerary for Ruby Valley Trek.